Program Officer - Preferred Communities

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100 years, the unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service providers, and advocates has helped redirect the destiny of countless vulnerable lives. In neighborhoods, in Washington, and around the world, we break down barriers and demand justice for refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new communities. We provide essential social and legal services to rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a purpose driven organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and supporting their transition to a dignified life. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org.

OVERVIEW

The Preferred Communities (PC) Program is funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to serve the most vulnerable refugees. USCRI operates the PC GAPS program through partner agencies to facilitate self-sufficiency for Afghan and Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees, Cuban and Haitian Entrants, refugees, and other populations by providing individualized comprehensive needs assessments, case management services, and referrals to appropriate services and programs.

The PC Program Officer will report to the Associate Director for Community Integration and will work with a team to support successful resettlement and integration through the provision of case management and other services for vulnerable refugee populations and enhanced community partnerships and capacity. The Program Officer will collaboratively manage program activities; provide training and technical assistance to program sites on case management, housing, and program implementation; monitor and evaluate program activities; conduct data analysis, programmatic and financial reporting; collaborate regularly with other programs within USCRI; and ensure overall program compliance.

Position is in person at the Headquarters office in Arlington, Virginia.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

•    Provide national oversight of program activities;
•    Provide culturally competent training and technical assistance on the subject matter to a national network of providers; 
•    Ensure compliance with federal guidelines through monitoring and evaluation activities;
•    Collect data, write reports, provide support to the Associate Director in proposal continuation applications; 
•    Provide strong support and guidance on subject matter to network; and
•    Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties indicated is not to be an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

•    A master’s degree with three to five years’ relevant experience with refugee resettlement programs or a bachelor's degree in social work with six to ten years’ relevant experience with refugee resettlement programs. A degree in Social Work or a related field is preferred.
•    Demonstrated experience providing case management services domestically or relief services overseas is highly desirable.
•    Experience in social services, trauma-informed and responsive care, strength-based case management a plus. 
•    Program management oversight of a national program is highly desired. 
•    Strong writing and computer skills are essential along with a background in grant management and training. 
•    Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication capability; 
•    Detailed oriented and experience working with tracing and verifying data preferred;
•    Proficient in the use of MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel and database programs;
•    Highly adaptable and flexible with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a demanding work environment;
•    Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently is highly desirable; 
•    Must have the flexibility to travel domestically; and
•    Dedication to the rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced persons. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

•    Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
•    Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
•    Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform t